Veterinary Assistant — Patient Care & Team Growth

Western Veterinary Partners; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and dental coverage

Vision insurance

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Magic Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. We are looking for a dependable, motivated individual who enjoys variety and is excited to build skills in a supportive team environment.

In this role you will assist with patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel assistant, or related role preferred.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint for dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.
• Assisting with radiographs and positioning.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining weights and vital signs.
• Surgical setup and assisting preferred.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Build positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.

Skills

Safe animal handling

Exam support

Radiographs assistance

Medical records

Client communication

Surgical/dental prep

Team player

Education

Veterinary assistant experience preferred

Job description

Magic Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. We are looking for a dependable, motivated individual who enjoys variety and is excited to build skills in a supportive team environment.

In this role you will assist with patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures in a fast-paced setting.